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Looking for paediatricians in Brisbane can feel very overwhelming. Your baby is the most important thing in the world to you. As a parent, you will do whatever it takes to protect them and keep them safe and healthy. When it comes to your paediatrician, you want to feel confident that they have the skills, […]

5 tips for preparing your toddler for family portrait session So you love sunflowers, and you want to book a family portrait session with a fabulous photographer at Shimmering Pines Farm (I hope that’s me!) and now you are wondering what next? Here is my portrait guide with some tips to planning and getting awesome […]

If you are about to graduate from the University of Queensland, congratulations! As a fellow UQ Alumnus, I know it’s no secret that the UQ is a one-of-a-kind institution. With friendly staff, the highest amounts of school spirit, the nation’s leading researchers (who were the pioneers in developing COVID vaccine!), and, of course, the most beautiful […]

The Goodna Jacaranda Festival is highly anticipated festival that celebrates the wonderfully diverse lifestyle in Ipswich. With something for everyone, you cannot afford to miss it. Struggling with what to do with kids on the weekend? Goodna Jacaranda festival is for you There is a deluxe of entertainment experience for children ages 2-12 years at […]

You hit an age where you and your girlfriends no longer hang out in restaurants and bars, but cafes that are kid friendly. Here are 5 kid friendly cafes in Brisbane (southside) that I highly recommend! Pinwheel Island Kids Cafe, Macgregor Age groups Suited for ages 1 month to 7 years of age. Located near […]

As a motherhood photographer, I often get asked during newborn sessions where to get baby’s ears pierced. From gathering all the recommendations from other mums in the area, my number one choice for baby ear piercing in Brisbane would be Essential Beauty. To save you from Googling, take a look at this article why Essential […]

You can’t miss one of the oldest and largest collection of jacarandas in Brisbane: New Farm Park Jacaranda. Only 10 minutes away from Brisbane city, New Farm park turns into a purple wonderland during the jacaranda season. 1. New farm Park is easy to get to & lots of ameneties Brisbane has lots of wonderful locations to have a fun […]

Steph and her partner Dave recently got two golden retriever puppies and they mean the world to them. They wanted to do a photoshoot to document this special moment in their lives with their puppies in the UQ Jacaranda blossoms. “It’s been a dream to have photos taken in the purple blossoms. We have always […]

A photoshoot in the dreamy sunflower field with your dearest love – who would say no to that?! This gorgeous couple contacted me wanting to have some couples photos done with the stunning sunflowers. They were engaged for over 9 months, and decided it’s time to do something to celebrate! This engagement photoshoot in Kalbar […]

As a Gold Coast & Brisbane Family Photographer I’ve come to know quite a few of the best Gold Coast photoshoot locations for family & couples photos. So, I wanted to take the time and create some free resources for you to check out. So, even if you haven’t chatted with me yet to be your […]